Unrestricted Firearm Safety Exam Review
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
List one of the advantages of modern cartridges? - CORRECT ANSWER They are reliable.
Name the four advantages of cartridges? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. They were easily loaded
into the breech.
2. The expending case prevented gas leakage.
3. They were largely waterproof.
4. They were more reliable.
What are some disadvantages of owning a Flintlock? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Flint wear out
of break.
2. Springs can fail.
What are some disadvantages of owning a Wheel Lock? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Mechanisms are complex and expensive to make.
2. Winding is slow and springs often fail.
What are the four types of Black Powder? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Fg: Very coarse granules
of powder. Used in large muskets.
2. FFg: Finer granules than Fg. Used in muzzleloading shotguns, big-bore rifles and single-shot
pistols of .45 calibre and up.
3. FFFg: Finer granules than FFg and the most common type. Used on nearly all cap and ball
revolvers.
4. FFFFg: The finest granules, also called priming powder. Used only in priming pans. Never use this
type of powder as powder charge.
What are the possible punishments for a person who stores, displays, transports or handles firearms
contrary to the Storage, Display, Transportation and Handling of Firearms by Individual Regulation? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment;
a. In the case of first offence, for a term not exceeding two years; and
,b. In the case of a second or subsequent offence, for a term not exceeding five years; or
2. Guilty of an offence punishable on summary convection (a fine of $5000 and/or six months
imprisonment
What does PROVE stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER P: Point the firearm in the safest
available direction.
R: Remove all ammunition.
O: Observe the chamber(s).
V: Verify the feeding path.
E: Examine the bore for obstruction (visually or with a rod).
What are the possible punishment for pointing a firearm at a person without lawful excuse? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term
of five years; or
2. Guilty of an offence punishable on summary convention (a fine of $5000 and/or six months
imprisonment.
What does The Vital Four ACTS of Firearm Safety stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER A:
Assume the firearm is loaded.
C: Control the muzzle direction at all times.
T: Trigger finger must be kept off the trigger.
S: See that the firearm is unloaded- PROVE it's safe.
What is a disadvantage of owning a Percussion Cap? - CORRECT ANSWER The cap
separates from the powder and bullet.
What is a disadvantage of owning a Matchlock? - CORRECT ANSWER It fails in the wind
and rain.
What is the name of the similar mechanism used in both the Flintlock and Wheel lock? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The flint for the Flintlock creates a spark which ignites the powder in the flash pan.
-The iron pyrites for the wheel lock creates a spark when it comes in contact with the wheel.
, What should be done with older firearms? - CORRECT ANSWER Older firearms should be
inspected by a qualified gunsmith to be sure they can be fired safely.
What was the role of firearms in the development of Canada? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. They
were used for fur trade.
2. They were used for people to gather food.
What was the role of the percussion cap in the fire sequence? - CORRECT ANSWER Provides
explosives charge.
Why should you follow the manufacture's instructions redrawing powder types? - CORRECT
ANSWER Because of the advancement in technology, some firearms are manufactured to
handle either smokeless, black powder or blackpowder substitute. It is emphasized that all individuals
follow the manufacture's instructions regarding powder types and safe loads.
What are the four safety steps should be taken to make sure a muzzleloader is not primed to fire? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Point the muzzle in the safest available direction and keep finger off
the trigger and out of the trigger guard.
2. Check that the hammer is NOT in full-cock position.
3. Check for a percussion cap.
4. If the firearm is primed, remove cap or priming powder.
Where should muzzleloader firearm owners check before using? - CORRECT ANSWER For
other models of muzzleloading firearms, check with the manufacturer for specific safety features and
information regarding the loading and unloading process.
What should be done with muzzleloaders that have safety catches? - CORRECT ANSWER
Activate the safety catch before loading it. Prior to loading the firearm, use a cleaning rod with
a fitted patch to check the gun bore and fire cap to ensure that nothing obstructs the chamber and gun
bore. It is very important that the exact loading and unloading procedures are followed when handling
muzzleloaders. Before attempting it, get the assistance of a qualified individual and carefully follow
the instructions in your owner's manual.
Can you use other powders not stated for your muzzleloader? - CORRECT ANSWER No, you
must always use the powder recommended for your muzzleloader. Never use smokeless powder in a
muzzleloader. Never use black powder in a modern cartridge firearm not designed for it. Always use a
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
List one of the advantages of modern cartridges? - CORRECT ANSWER They are reliable.
Name the four advantages of cartridges? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. They were easily loaded
into the breech.
2. The expending case prevented gas leakage.
3. They were largely waterproof.
4. They were more reliable.
What are some disadvantages of owning a Flintlock? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Flint wear out
of break.
2. Springs can fail.
What are some disadvantages of owning a Wheel Lock? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Mechanisms are complex and expensive to make.
2. Winding is slow and springs often fail.
What are the four types of Black Powder? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Fg: Very coarse granules
of powder. Used in large muskets.
2. FFg: Finer granules than Fg. Used in muzzleloading shotguns, big-bore rifles and single-shot
pistols of .45 calibre and up.
3. FFFg: Finer granules than FFg and the most common type. Used on nearly all cap and ball
revolvers.
4. FFFFg: The finest granules, also called priming powder. Used only in priming pans. Never use this
type of powder as powder charge.
What are the possible punishments for a person who stores, displays, transports or handles firearms
contrary to the Storage, Display, Transportation and Handling of Firearms by Individual Regulation? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment;
a. In the case of first offence, for a term not exceeding two years; and
,b. In the case of a second or subsequent offence, for a term not exceeding five years; or
2. Guilty of an offence punishable on summary convection (a fine of $5000 and/or six months
imprisonment
What does PROVE stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER P: Point the firearm in the safest
available direction.
R: Remove all ammunition.
O: Observe the chamber(s).
V: Verify the feeding path.
E: Examine the bore for obstruction (visually or with a rod).
What are the possible punishment for pointing a firearm at a person without lawful excuse? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term
of five years; or
2. Guilty of an offence punishable on summary convention (a fine of $5000 and/or six months
imprisonment.
What does The Vital Four ACTS of Firearm Safety stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER A:
Assume the firearm is loaded.
C: Control the muzzle direction at all times.
T: Trigger finger must be kept off the trigger.
S: See that the firearm is unloaded- PROVE it's safe.
What is a disadvantage of owning a Percussion Cap? - CORRECT ANSWER The cap
separates from the powder and bullet.
What is a disadvantage of owning a Matchlock? - CORRECT ANSWER It fails in the wind
and rain.
What is the name of the similar mechanism used in both the Flintlock and Wheel lock? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The flint for the Flintlock creates a spark which ignites the powder in the flash pan.
-The iron pyrites for the wheel lock creates a spark when it comes in contact with the wheel.
, What should be done with older firearms? - CORRECT ANSWER Older firearms should be
inspected by a qualified gunsmith to be sure they can be fired safely.
What was the role of firearms in the development of Canada? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. They
were used for fur trade.
2. They were used for people to gather food.
What was the role of the percussion cap in the fire sequence? - CORRECT ANSWER Provides
explosives charge.
Why should you follow the manufacture's instructions redrawing powder types? - CORRECT
ANSWER Because of the advancement in technology, some firearms are manufactured to
handle either smokeless, black powder or blackpowder substitute. It is emphasized that all individuals
follow the manufacture's instructions regarding powder types and safe loads.
What are the four safety steps should be taken to make sure a muzzleloader is not primed to fire? -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Point the muzzle in the safest available direction and keep finger off
the trigger and out of the trigger guard.
2. Check that the hammer is NOT in full-cock position.
3. Check for a percussion cap.
4. If the firearm is primed, remove cap or priming powder.
Where should muzzleloader firearm owners check before using? - CORRECT ANSWER For
other models of muzzleloading firearms, check with the manufacturer for specific safety features and
information regarding the loading and unloading process.
What should be done with muzzleloaders that have safety catches? - CORRECT ANSWER
Activate the safety catch before loading it. Prior to loading the firearm, use a cleaning rod with
a fitted patch to check the gun bore and fire cap to ensure that nothing obstructs the chamber and gun
bore. It is very important that the exact loading and unloading procedures are followed when handling
muzzleloaders. Before attempting it, get the assistance of a qualified individual and carefully follow
the instructions in your owner's manual.
Can you use other powders not stated for your muzzleloader? - CORRECT ANSWER No, you
must always use the powder recommended for your muzzleloader. Never use smokeless powder in a
muzzleloader. Never use black powder in a modern cartridge firearm not designed for it. Always use a
